A federal judge has approved a $303 million settlement involving the NCAA, bringing compensation to more than 7,700 former Division I volunteer coaches who worked without pay under previous NCAA rules between 2019 and 2023. Payments will start at $5,000, with the average coach expected to receive around $27,000.
This is about more than just one settlement; it’s another sign of how quickly college athletics is changing. From NIL and revenue sharing to coaching compensation and employment conversations, the business of college sports continues to evolve.